Small circular trail next to Sete Cidades
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Trail stats
- Distance
- 3.53 mi
- Elevation gain
- 495 ft
- Technical difficulty
- Easy
- Elevation loss
- 495 ft
- Max elevation
- 2,896 ft
- TrailRank
- 53
- Min elevation
- 2,450 ft
- Trail type
- Loop
- Moving time
- one hour 26 minutes
- Time
- one hour 49 minutes
- Coordinates
- 1023
- Uploaded
- June 23, 2022
- Recorded
- June 2022
near Sete Cidades, Açores (Portugal)
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Itinerary description
The Sete Cidades Lagoon is a stunning natural wonder located on the island of São Miguel in the Azores archipelago of Portugal. The lagoon is actually two separate bodies of water, the Blue Lagoon and the Green Lagoon, that are connected by a narrow strait. The lagoon is set against a backdrop of lush green hills and is surrounded by quaint villages and farmland, making it a popular destination for both tourists and locals alike.
The Sete Cidades Lagoon is believed to have been formed by a volcanic eruption thousands of years ago, and it is the largest freshwater lake in the Azores. The Blue Lagoon gets its name from its deep blue color, while the Green Lagoon is named for its lighter green hue. Both lagoons are fed by natural springs and are home to a variety of fish and bird species.
One of the most popular activities at the Sete Cidades Lagoon is hiking around the rim of the crater that surrounds the lagoon. The trail offers stunning views of the lagoon from above and takes hikers through lush forests and past picturesque viewpoints. Visitors can also rent kayaks or take boat tours to explore the lagoon up close.
The Sete Cidades Lagoon is also steeped in local legend and folklore. According to one story, the lagoon was formed by the tears of a princess and a shepherd who were forbidden from being together. Another tale tells of a giant who fell in love with a beautiful princess and created the lagoon as a gift for her.
The Sete Cidades Lagoon is believed to have been formed by a volcanic eruption thousands of years ago, and it is the largest freshwater lake in the Azores. The Blue Lagoon gets its name from its deep blue color, while the Green Lagoon is named for its lighter green hue. Both lagoons are fed by natural springs and are home to a variety of fish and bird species.
One of the most popular activities at the Sete Cidades Lagoon is hiking around the rim of the crater that surrounds the lagoon. The trail offers stunning views of the lagoon from above and takes hikers through lush forests and past picturesque viewpoints. Visitors can also rent kayaks or take boat tours to explore the lagoon up close.
The Sete Cidades Lagoon is also steeped in local legend and folklore. According to one story, the lagoon was formed by the tears of a princess and a shepherd who were forbidden from being together. Another tale tells of a giant who fell in love with a beautiful princess and created the lagoon as a gift for her.
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2,669 ft
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Lake
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